The United States and Britain are preparing to announce major agreements in technology, energy, and trade during US President Donald Trump’s state visit this week.
The visit, which will feature displays of royal pageantry, marks a pivotal moment as Britain seeks to strengthen its economic and security ties with Washington.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to finalise tariff reductions for steel and aluminium while unveiling multi-billion-dollar partnerships in civil nuclear energy and technology.
The announcements will be accompanied by fresh US investment commitments exceeding £1.25 billion, with further pledges expected from leading firms.
Tech and nuclear deals to drive cooperation
A key highlight of the visit will be the signing of what officials describe as a “world-leading tech partnership”.
This agreement is expected to involve Nvidia and OpenAI announcing new UK investments, alongside PayPal and Bank of America’s earlier commitments. The deals will deepen Britain’s role in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.
On the energy front, the two countries will announce multi-billion-dollar civil nuclear projects, including the development of small nuclear reactors. These reactors are anticipated to play a role in powering data centres as AI adoption accelerates.
The partnership underscores Washington and London’s shared interest in linking clean energy with digital growth, particularly as data demand surges.
Trade talks focus on tariffs and steel
Tariffs remain central to discussions. Trump and Starmer will meet at Chequers on Thursday, with the aim of finalising lower tariffs for steel and aluminium.
The United States previously agreed to reduce global tariffs on cars, and talks over metals are expected to reach conclusion during this visit.
Starmer, who was the first world leader to reach a tariff-cutting agreement with Trump, is also expected to discuss Ukraine and defence cooperation.
Both governments emphasise that tighter energy, security, and trade ties form part of a broader strategy to reinforce transatlantic leadership.
Investments flow ahead of state visit
Ahead of Trump’s arrival, the UK government confirmed over £1.25 billion of new US investment, including commitments from PayPal and Bank of America.
Private equity giant Blackstone will pledge to invest £100 billion in British assets over the next decade as part of a previously announced $500 billion package in Europe.
CoreWeave, a US cloud computing provider, is also set to announce UK expansion plans during the week.
A delegation of UK officials travelled to the United States on Monday to finalise the investment and trade arrangements ahead of Trump’s visit.
The scale of announcements positions Britain as a key recipient of US capital at a time of heightened competition for global investment flows.
Mandelson dismissal complicates diplomacy
The visit comes as Starmer manages the fallout from firing Peter Mandelson, Britain’s ambassador to Washington, over his links to convicted US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The sacking, which took place less than a year after Mandelson’s appointment, has raised questions about diplomatic management.
Despite the embarrassment, officials say the dismissal will not overshadow the economic and strategic goals of the state visit.
This week’s programme will include ceremonial elements designed to appeal to Trump, including a carriage procession, a state banquet, a military flypast, and a gun salute.
Alongside the formal agenda, announcements will also cover cultural initiatives, such as promoting basketball in Britain and expanding ties between art and heritage institutions.
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